Mercury is excited to announce the release of the following 3.0L OptiMax Pro XS models featuring the Torque Master gearcase:

225L Pro XS
Torque Master
1-226P73ED

250L Pro XS
Torque Master
1-251P73ED

These models are released for immediate shipment and are eligible for sales programs and warranties, including 5 & Drive in the U.S. Please note that these engines will be built as make-to-order, so please account for additional lead time when placing orders.


Torque Master vs Sport Master gearcases
The 225 and 250 Pro XS Torque Master models will target premium bass boat applications where the engine is typically mounted higher on the transom and the boat speed approaches or surpasses 80 miles per hour. The features of the Torque Master gearcase will deliver improved handling and driveability at these higher speeds.

Key product highlights of the new Pro XS Torque Master models:

Black-painted 1.75:1 Torque Master gearcase
1.25" propshaft (vs. 1" propshaft on standard Pro XS models) for added durability when running at elevated engine heights
Cambered skeg for improved handling and driveability at higher speeds
Front water pickups along with standard side inlets to ensure optimal cooling when running at elevated engine heights
Requires 1.25" solid hub kit from Mercury Racing (#840389K06)
Standard (non-Racing) Pro XS engine graphics
Available in 20" (L) models only
The new Pro XS Torque Master models will supplement the current mainstream Pro XS product; therefore, the standard 225L and 250L Pro XS models with the Verado gearcase will remain in the offering, as they continue to offer better performance on bass hulls requiring less aggressive engine mounting heights.

The technology profile above provides additional detail and acts as a guide to help you and your customers match the best 225 or 250 horsepower engine to any given bass hull.
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Since these two models will now be available, production of the 225XS (Torquemaster) and 250XS (Torquemaster) has now ceased (and these racing models will be replaced with the above noted ProXS engine models).

A more complete list of current 3L "Bass-Market" engines can be viewed at:

http://www.bbcboards.net/zerot...-line